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Sea Bright Today
By the People, for the People
Charlie Puth Praises NJ's Pete and Elda's Pizza
The singer-songwriter shouted out the iconic Jersey Shore pizza spot during a spicy interview on 'Hot Ones'.
Mar. 12, 2026 at 12:05am
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During a recent appearance on the YouTube series 'Hot Ones,' where celebrities are interviewed while eating increasingly hot chicken wings, New Jersey native Charlie Puth named Pete and Elda's as his favorite pizza place in the Garden State. Despite his fame, Puth claimed he still enjoys a classic $1.50 slice and hasn't become a pizza snob, preferring to visit the Jersey Shore for a taste of home.
Why it matters
Charlie Puth's endorsement of Pete and Elda's, a beloved pizza institution in Sea Bright, NJ, highlights the continued appeal of classic, local pizza joints in the state, even as celebrity tastes and food trends evolve. His comments reinforce the pride many New Jerseyans feel for their state's iconic pizza culture.
The details
While struggling through the spicy wings on 'Hot Ones,' Puth was asked about his pizza preferences. He insisted he still loves a $1.50 slice and shouted out two New Jersey pizza spots - Pete and Elda's and Sea Bright Pizza. Pete and Elda's is known for its XXL pizza challenge, where customers can win a t-shirt if they finish an entire pie in 30 minutes or less.
- The 'Hot Ones' interview with Charlie Puth aired on March 12, 2026.
The players
Charlie Puth
A singer-songwriter from New Jersey who discussed his love of the state's pizza during an appearance on the YouTube series 'Hot Ones'.
Pete and Elda's
A popular pizza restaurant located in Sea Bright, New Jersey, known for its XXL pizza challenge.
Sean Evans
The host of the YouTube series 'Hot Ones,' where he interviews celebrities while they eat increasingly spicy chicken wings.
What they’re saying
“I love pizza in New Jersey. I love pizza in Connecticut.”
— Charlie Puth
“I love Pete and Elda's... I love Sea Bright Pizza.”
— Charlie Puth
The takeaway
Charlie Puth's shoutout to Pete and Elda's, a classic New Jersey pizza joint, shows that even successful celebrities still have a soft spot for the iconic pizza places of their home state. His comments reinforce the enduring appeal of local, community-driven pizza culture in New Jersey, which continues to thrive despite changing food trends.
